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Saint Ann’s Catholic Parish |
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105 S. Snead St. Ashland, Virginia 23005 (804) 798-5039 |
Minister of Christian Formation:Marty Moran (798 5039)Chairperson for Christian Formation Joanne Allen, 798-3398
Mission Statement St. Ann’s Ministry of Christian Formation is committed to sharing our Catholic Faith with others, proclaiming the Word of God, and celebrating the good news of salvation. Since our Faith is most powerfully expressed in our celebration of the Eucharistic Liturgy, the center of all catechetical efforts, we strive to express our beliefs in programs and activities, for all age groups, as opportunities to experience a deeper, more loving personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Christian Formation CommitteeCommittee members assist the Minister of Christian Formation and the Pastor to plan, review, monitor and assist the various age level formation programs offered in the parish. Contact: Joanne Allen, 798-3398
Baptism Preparation TeamAdult team members assist at the Baptism preparation classes for parents and at the celebration of the Sacrament at Mass. Baptism classes, required for parents preparing their children for Baptism, are held after Mass on Sunday mornings several weeks prior to the dates designated for Baptism at Mass. The time commitment for team members includes attending team meetings, assisting at assigned preparation classes, and serving at selected baptismal liturgies. The team meets quarterly for planning. Contact Lisa Sweet (550-7189)
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Confirmation Retreat Team The weekend Confirmation Retreat for our 11th graders will be held in March. The team, consisting of adult facilitators and teen peer leaders, meets several times during the year to prepare for this event. Volunteers are need to serve as facilitators leading small groups (6 to 10 people) in faith sharing, scripture study, reflection and discussion on a variety of subject-matter sessions. Resources, materials, support and training are available. Child Protective Service Check and VIRTUS training are required. Contact: Russ Wisler, 883-0171
Vacation Bible School (VBS) A coordinator, planners and facilitators support this one-week, daytime and/or evening session in the summer for kindergarten through 5 grade students. The time commitment is for five months of planning meetings, plus the week of the actual VBS. Child Protective Service Check and VIRTUS are required. Contact: Janice Pagnini, 449-1641
R.C.I.A. -Rite of Christian Initiation of AdultsParishioners representing our entire parish are needed in this faith-sharing process for people exploring the possibility of joining the Catholic Church. This community-building journey of Faith focuses on Scripture and the Liturgy, and examines the key elements of our beliefs, history and practices. This process assists participants in discerning their readiness for full communion with the Catholic Church by celebrating the Sacraments of Initiation.Contact: Marty Moran, 798-5039 |
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Christian Formation for Children and YouthCoordinator for Children (K to 6 ): Julie Hendricks, 550-9166 / juliebhendricks@hotmail.com For Youth (7 to 11): Lise Mikkelson, 556-4477 / kmz8275@earthlink.net
Catechists teach regular weekly religious education classes for kindergarten through 11th grade from September through May. Two Catechists are required in each classroom session. In addition to training and enrichment in content and teaching techniques, on-going support, guidance and materials are provided. The Diocese requires VIRTUS training and a Child Protective Service background check for this ministry.Contact: Lise Mikkelson, 556-4477
Substitute Catechists are also needed to take the place of the regular Catechist if that teacher is unable to attend a class. Contact: Lise Mikkelson, 556-4477
Additional Required Safety and Support Positions Contact: Lise Mikkelson, 556-4477
Parents of all CF students are expected to volunteer to assure the required safe environment for our children during class sessions. VIRTUS certification is required.
Hospitality and Special Events Team—Assist with the details of providing a simple reception following the celebration of Sacraments, retreats or other special events.
Hall/Classroom Monitor - The Hall/Classroom Monitor checks in on classes during the Religious Education sessions, especially if only one adult Catechist is present for that session.
Door Monitor - During Religious Education sessions, Door Monitors watch all the doors to the building to make sure no children leave the building without an adult, or that no unauthorized persons enter.
Bathroom Monitor - The Bathroom Monitor is posted outside the bathrooms of the Parish Hall during class sessions to monitor visits of children and adults to the bathrooms.
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